Plant Anchor's from Aquatic Gardens "Non-Toxic"

[1HungryGoldfish]

http://www.petco.com/Shop/Product.aspx?R=6440&Nav=220&N=24%20105%205497%2030%20176&sku=572810&familyID=5949&

It says non-toxic. Hmmmm, it's heavy, bendable, and metallic. If not lead, just what are these things made out of?

Do you know?

[John N.]

Typically these plant weights are made of zinc nowadays, but there are still a few that are made of lead. I've used plants weights (could be leaded) in my shrimp tanks without any adverse effects. I think even if it was made out of lead, there wouldn't be great concern as long as you do your weekly waterchanges.

-John N.

[RockabillyChick]

just don't rub it with your hands for a long time or put it in your mouth, and wash your hands after touching them. you can actually get zinc poisoning as well, its just harder and not as dangerous.

[deadxero]

I was actualy looking at those the other day. First thought was along the lines of "I don't give #$%# if the do say non-toxic I wouldn't put them in my tank"... maybe I'm just over cautious... but better safe than sick/dead fish.